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Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring in the 106th minute. The match was a tense, goalless affair at half-time, marked by Spain's dominance and a red card for Argentina's Enzo Fernandez. The victory gives Spain its second men's title and makes it the first nation to hold both men's and women's World Cups simultaneously.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose additional tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke that blanketed several US states. Canadian officials have pushed back, citing shared responsibility and the impact of American fires on Canada.
Spain claimed their second World Cup title with a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal. The match, played before a crowd of over 80,000 at MetLife Stadium, ended Lionel Messi's World Cup career on a bittersweet note.
The Council of Europe has publicly questioned the integrity of the 2026 World Cup, citing political pressure, betting-related fraud risks, and a suspended ban for US forward Folarin Balogun. Secretary General Alain Berset urged FIFA to build a stronger framework for the 2030 edition, which will be hosted largely in Spain and Portugal.
ABC iview's Race Around the World enters its eighth week as six filmmakers race across the globe to produce weekly documentaries. Contestants have shared personal stories of moral dilemmas, creative burnout, and the relentless pace of the competition.
A 2007 charity photoshoot brought a young Lionel Messi and a baby Lamine Yamal together. Nineteen years later, the two stars are set to face each other in the World Cup final, with the image going viral as fans and photographers reflect on the remarkable coincidence.
New polling from Data for Progress shows that 61% of likely US voters believe extreme weather has become more frequent in the past five years, with majorities linking climate change to worsening heatwaves, wildfires, and other events. The findings come as activists push back against 'climate hushing' among politicians.
The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina on July 19 will feature a pre-match closing ceremony and the tournament's first half-time show, with performances by artists including Post Malone, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams, IShowSpeed, and at half-time Shakira, Madonna, and BTS.
Spain and Argentina play Sunday's FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey, with Lionel Messi potentially in his last World Cup appearance and teenage star Lamine Yamal a focal point. Al Jazeera reports on the personal stories and logistics, while France 24 analyzes the tactical and broader cultural implications.
President Donald Trump attended the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, presented the trophy to Spain, and declared the US a 'soccer country.' The tournament, co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, was marked by both success and controversy, including migration policy impacts and Trump's intervention in a referee decision.
Kylian Mbappé became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with his 22nd goal, but France lost 6-4 to England in the third-place playoff. Mbappé also set a new tournament record with 10 goals, and England's Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka shone in the match.
Kylian Mbappe netted twice in France's third-place play-off defeat to England, taking his World Cup tally to 22 goals and surpassing Lionel Messi as the all-time leading scorer. He also finished as the top scorer of the 2026 tournament with 10 goals.
Tickets for the World Cup final at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium have surpassed $2.3 million on FIFA's resale platform, capping a tournament marked by record-high prices. Meanwhile, FIFA is selling pieces of the final's turf as memorabilia, with prices ranging from $450 to $1,200, and expects to earn over $11 million from the sale.
Didier Deschamps leads France for the last time in Saturday's World Cup third-place playoff against England in Miami. Both teams seek redemption after semi-final heartbreak, while Kylian Mbappé chases the Golden Boot and World Cup scoring records.
US President Donald Trump has threatened new tariffs on Canada, accusing it of failing to manage its forests as wildfire smoke blankets parts of the US. Canadian officials, including Ontario Premier Doug Ford, have pushed back, urging cooperation instead of complaints.
Dense smoke from Canadian wildfires has triggered air quality alerts across the eastern United States, shrouding the New York-New Jersey region days before the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. Organizers say they are monitoring conditions, while experts predict improvement by kickoff.
The Canadian military is preparing to evacuate a remote Ontario community of 600 people as wildfires spread smoke across the US. Two First Nations communities have been destroyed, with leaders accusing the government of failing to provide timely help.
Spain and Argentina prepare to face off in the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, with President Trump attending. Argentina's President Milei will watch from home due to superstition, while a banner controversy prompts UK calls for FIFA investigation.
As Canadian wildfire smoke raised air quality concerns in New Jersey, Spain held an outdoor practice in hazardous conditions, prompting expert warnings. Forecasts suggest improvement but uncertainty remains ahead of the World Cup final, with political tensions adding another layer.
Argentina and Spain meet in the World Cup final on Sunday, with Lionel Messi playing in his third final and Argentina aiming to become the first team to defend the title in 64 years. The match features a star-studded crowd, a Super Bowl-style halftime concert, and a poignant subplot as Spain's coach mentored Argentina's coach in 2018.